1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
